[Hollylane]

Like Corkey, fear is a motivator for me.

My fear is based on the fact that if I don't get up and do these things today, I might not have that opportunity tomorrow.

Serious health issues have made me miss a lot of my life over the past few years, and it is uncertain whether some of them will return or not.

I'm not going to claim that I am always on top of my game. Right now, I am lacking motivation. I think it is because I can't do the physical activities I really want to do (still recovering from a recent umbilical hernia repair), but the reality is that I am slacking. There are other activities I could be doing to remain active in the meantime, so that I am prepared to do the things I really enjoy again when I am able.

I don't want to miss any more of my life because of lack of motivation. I have a bucket list, and I have things I am going to do. So, there are things I need to do every day to make these things possible. Having been inactive for a number of years, I have a lot of physical catching up to do.

The truth is, I am very proud of what I have accomplished physically and emotionally in the past year and some change. I have regained a lot of my strength and determination, and have participated in things I have been longing to do for years, and some that I have never done. But today, I could use some motivation tools and tips too.

I like this thread Linus. Just hearing from other people, and seeing my own words here feels motivating.

Read about it daily. When I lose motivation, I just read a book or blog about my goal. It inspires me and reinvigorates me. For some reason, reading helps motivate and focus you on whatever you’re reading about. So read about your goal every day, if you can, especially when you’re not feeling motivated.

And I really like the suggestion above. I actually do that now, when I need motivation for writing poetry. So, now I will make an effort to do it for all of the other things I plan to accomplish/experience.